1981 Audi UR vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 745 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | UR | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
